Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB250F
Portability
92 Imaging
39 Features
53 Overall
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92 Imaging
39 Features
53 Overall
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Portability
93 Imaging
37 Features
44 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
44 Overall
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Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
Nikon P310
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon P300
- Successor is Nikon P330
Samsung WB250F
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon P310 and Samsung WB250F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the P310 matches up versus the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Samsung WB250F
| P310 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon P310
| WB250F | P310 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Samsung WB250F
| P310 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2012 |  | January 2013 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P310 has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the P310 against the WB250F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.
Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and WB250F.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon P310 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively.
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon P310 Portrait photography information
Samsung WB250F Portrait photography information
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
supports face detect autofocus
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
megapixel count decent (14MP)
provides face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Nikon P310 Street photography factors
Samsung WB250F Street photography factors
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (226g)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Samsung WB250F as a Sports photography camera
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
low fps (6.0 frames/s)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
incredible zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
provides tracking focus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Nikon P310 Travel photography features
Samsung WB250F Travel photography features
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
lighter than competitors (226 grams)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (432mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Nikon P310
Landscape photography with Samsung WB250F
manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
really wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Nikon P310 Vlogging features
Samsung WB250F Vlogging features
pretty wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone jack
really wide (24mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (226g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no mic jack
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Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung WB250F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-06-22 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 99 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $700 | $250 |